We scoured the city's op shops to find the best ones for your bargain-hunting needs
Things to do
A guide to Melbourne events, attractions, outdoor adventures and more
We put six self-tanning products to the test – here's how it turned out
We risked our good looks to bring you the low-down on what products deliver the best golden glow
You can get clothing that looks like Melbourne’s trams and trains
Don't lie... you know you’ve always wanted socks that look like seat fabric
The guiltiest pleasures of living in Melbourne
Melbourne is full of places to get your guilty pleasure kicks: how many of these have you ticked off?
Where to adopt a pet in Melbourne
Looking for a furry (or feathery) friend? We've rounded up our city's top spots for fostering or adopting
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Latest Melbourne news
13 ways to not be a dick when dining in Melbourne
Broken any of these cardinal rules?
Melbourne named the world’s third most liveable city
After slumping to tenth in 2022, our fair city is back with a vengeance
RIP: Fantales will be discontinued after 93 years
Hear that? It's the sound of lolly lovers crying across the country
We'll drink to this: Australia is now home to the best wines in the world
Ten top Aussie wines nabbed Best in Show awards at an internationally recognised competition – more than any other country
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Treat yo' self
The best brow and lash salons in Melbourne
Anyone who’s had a bad experience getting their brows or lashes groomed, fluffed, laminated or lifted knows just how important it is to only head to the...
The best tanning salons in Melbourne
There’s a reason celebrities and regular folk alike opt to rock a tan for special events and occasions. A little glow can boost confidence and put some...
The best hair salons in Melbourne
We've all probably had a handful of bad haircuts and colouring services in our lives and can relate to the feeling of shame and devastation that accompanies...
The best nail salons in Melbourne
It's hard to explain, but even when you have the perfect outfit and you've gotten your hair done, you don't feel completely put together without the perfect...
Exploring natural Victoria
Cosy cabins you can stay in near Melbourne
Cosy cabins you can stay in near Melbourne
If you're not a fan of roughing it but love the outdoors, try staying in a cosy cabin near Melbourne.
Quirky Airbnbs you can book in Victoria
Quirky Airbnbs you can book in Victoria
If you're looking for something fun for your next getaway from Melbourne, here are some quirky locations across Victoria to consider.
The best waterfalls in Victoria
The best waterfalls in Victoria
Forget what TLC said and go forth and chase down these magnificent waterfalls across our state.
10 places in Victoria that look nothing like Victoria
10 places in Victoria that look nothing like Victoria
We still manage to be a little surprised by our state every now and then.
The best day hikes from Melbourne
The best day hikes from Melbourne
We love this beautiful city of ours, but sometimes it's nice to get out into nature for a stroll – or something more intense.
13 amazing natural wonders to visit near Melbourne
13 amazing natural wonders to visit near Melbourne
From surreal pink salt lakes to misty rainforests and ancient mountain ranges, Victoria is replete in natural wonders worth travelling for.
Have you heard about...
Locals Line-up at the Espy
There’s so much to do at Melbourne’s most famous seaside pub this winter
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This play brings you on a getaway with a self-proclaimed gang of queers, singles and divorcees
And it’s all inspired by comedy powerhouse Ash Flanders’ real-life experiences
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There’s so much to do at Melbourne’s most famous seaside pub this winter
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Locals Line-up at the Espy
There’s so much to do at Melbourne’s most famous seaside pub this winter
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This play brings you on a getaway with a self-proclaimed gang of queers, singles and divorcees
And it’s all inspired by comedy powerhouse Ash Flanders’ real-life experiences
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Birds of Tokyo and the MSO present Birdsongs
Rock meets symphony at this electrifying concert experience by two of Australia’s musical greats
Southbank
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Midnight: The Cinderella Musical is making its world premiere in Melbourne
This new Melbourne-made musical is based on the classic Cinderella story, but not as you know it
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All Rise: Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis and the MSO
One of the world’s greatest jazz ensembles is teaming up with the MSO for two grand nights
Southbank
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Take action for the planet
New Bub Club offers nutritious and zero-waste meal kits for new parents
Melbourne’s first zero-waste meal delivery service designed with new parents in mind
Check out the world's first pair of biodegradable and leak-proof underwear
The average menstruating Australian will use more than 10,000 disposable menstrual products in their lifetime.
Melbourne’s first zero-waste meal delivery service designed with new parents in mind
New Bub Club offers nutritious and zero-waste meal kits for new parents
Melbourne’s first zero-waste meal delivery service designed with new parents in mind
Check out the world's first pair of biodegradable and leak-proof underwear
The average menstruating Australian will use more than 10,000 disposable menstrual products in their lifetime.
Things you only know if you’re a zookeeper in a bushfire zone
Here's how zookeepers look after fire-affected animals.
A guide to growing vegetables, herbs and plants anywhere
Being self-sufficient is a brilliant step in the right direction for sustainability.
You can recycle single-use gloves and masks
You don’t need to toss personal protective equipment in the rubbish.
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Your guide to St Kilda
St Kilda maintains its vibrant sense of culture and pride (it's home to the Victorian Pride Centre, the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTQIA+...
Your guide to Fitzroy
Fitzroy is an eclectic suburb with a rich history etched into its old pubs and gay bars, narrow streets and terrace houses, long-lasting retailers and modern...
St Kilda maintains its vibrant sense of culture and pride (it's home to the Victorian Pride Centre, the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTQIA+...
Your guide to St Kilda
St Kilda maintains its vibrant sense of culture and pride (it's home to the Victorian Pride Centre, the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTQIA+...
Your guide to Fitzroy
Fitzroy is an eclectic suburb with a rich history etched into its old pubs and gay bars, narrow streets and terrace houses, long-lasting retailers and modern...
Your guide to Brunswick
Brunswick’s reputation is as a hipster hotspot, but there’s a lot more to this vibrant area than just smashed avos and fancy lattes.
Your guide to Footscray
When they came up with the phrase ‘west is best’, they must have been thinking about Footscray.
Your guide to Yarraville
There's a reason Yarraville has been voted one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world.
The best of Melbourne
101 things to do in Melbourne at least once in your life
These are the absolute must-do Melbourne bucket list items.
The 60 best restaurants in Melbourne
Commit to making your way through Time Out’s list of the best restaurants in the state right now.
These are the absolute must-do Melbourne bucket list items.
101 things to do in Melbourne at least once in your life
These are the absolute must-do Melbourne bucket list items.
The 60 best restaurants in Melbourne
Commit to making your way through Time Out’s list of the best restaurants in the state right now.
The 50 best bars in Melbourne right now
These 50 bars represent the pinnacle of Melbourne drinking.
The best tourist attractions in Melbourne
In Melbourne even the biggest tourist attractions are well worth a visit.
The best art exhibitions in Melbourne this month
Spend some time exploring new exhibitions and some old favourites.
Escape the city
Where to find Californian redwood forests in Victoria
Nope, we're not in California! You can find these super tall trees much closer to home
The best natural wonders to explore in and around the Great Ocean Road region
From eating and exploring to relaxation and cultural education, this coastal region will open your mind and delight your taste buds
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Nope, we're not in California! You can find these super tall trees much closer to home
Where to find Californian redwood forests in Victoria
Nope, we're not in California! You can find these super tall trees much closer to home
The best natural wonders to explore in and around the Great Ocean Road region
From eating and exploring to relaxation and cultural education, this coastal region will open your mind and delight your taste buds
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You can visit this magical forest just an hour outside Melbourne
Drive into the otherworldly beauty
12 amazing natural wonders to visit near Melbourne
Salt lakes, redwood forests and more: these must-see Victorian attractions are just a road trip away
An Australian beach has been crowned the best in the world
And that's not all: four Aussie beaches ended up making the World's Best Beaches list
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Bridgerton season 3: cast, plot and everything we know so far
Bridgerton season 3: cast, plot and everything we know so far
It’s Penelope Featherington’s world, we just live in it
Taylor Swift’s new tune has dropped with the ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ trailer
Taylor Swift’s new tune has dropped with the ‘Summer I Turned Pretty’ trailer
The teen coming-of-age show gets a Swift exclusive
The best movies of 2023 (so far)
The best movies of 2023 (so far)
The essential films of the year to date: from ‘Tár’ to ‘M3GAN’
The 100 best comedy movies: the funniest films of all time
The 100 best comedy movies: the funniest films of all time
Giggle along with our list of the best funny movies like ‘Borat’ and ‘Mean Girls’, as chosen by Time Out writers and top comedians
The best TV shows of 2023 (so far) you need to stream
The best TV shows of 2023 (so far) you need to stream
The essential streaming series of the year to date: from ‘The Last of Us’ to ‘Beef’
The 100 best French movies of all time
The 100 best French movies of all time
Got a few months to spare? These are the 100 best French movies ever released – ranked by our global critics